The Arkell Museum and Canajoharie Library Regional Art Galleries welcome visitors to a show of fine art by the Arts Factory of Montgomery County. Formed in 2011, The Arts Factory is a non-profit organization whose mission is "to support, encourage and cultivate local artists, artisans and venues of the Mohawk Valley". Paintings and sculpture in the show will be on display Friday, May 17th through Wednesday, July 24th. The public is invited to attend a reception with participating artists present on Wednesday, June 5th, from 5 to 7 pm.

Admission to the Regional Art Galleries is free. Museum admission is free for members and children under 11; $9 adults, $6.50 seniors & students. The Museum, Regional Art Galleries, and Library are open Tues - Fri, 10 am-5 pm; Sat & Sun, Noon-5 pm. The Regional Art Galleries and Library remain open until 7:30 pm on Wednesdays.

For more information, contact Mary Beth Vought, Regional Art Gallery Director, 518-673-2314, ext. 110.

Paul Valovic, Plymouth Rock Rooster, photograph

Saturday May 4; 1:00pm
Free Performance AND Museum Admission!

Join us for an exceptional performance in our Great Hall! We are celebrating the arts by offering a free concert performance and free admission to the Museum today!

In partnership with three of the region’s celebrated and nationally acclaimed art museums, Opera Saratoga presents “Saratoga Sings of Art and Inspiration” as part of their commitment to provide free access to opera and classical vocal music for our local community.

We host the artists of Opera Saratoga for Saratoga Sings of Art and Inspiration for an engaging concert of opera and song inspired by the visual arts. Mezzo soprano Annie Chester, tenor WooYoung Yoon, and pianist Laurie Rogers, will join together for an entrancing program featuring music by Donizetti, Poulenc, Puccini, Britten and more!